Chive and Garlic Mashed Potatoes Reviews

Joy Ackerman of Cincinnati, Ohio, writes: "After cooking for a family of six for years, I've become a pro at streamlining recipes and being organized in the kitchen. My children are now grown and out of the house, but that hasn't changed how I cook or shop. I still make a monthly menu plan, and often find myself cooking my kids' favorite dishes whenever they visit."

Unpeeled red-skinned potatoes give this rich, garlicky side its great texture.

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users rating3.5/4

Although quite tasty, it was nothing special and lacked eye appeal. I should have known by the photo, but was looking for an alternative to good old garlic mashed. I didn't care for the appearance of the potato skins at all and thought the texture was oddly mealy, given all the butter. I love potatoes cooked just about any which way, but this recipe didn't please or satisfy. Sorry to be a downer, but this is a mediocre recipe at best.

To the cook from NC that doesn't like "simple" recipes. Get a pig and go search for truffles! Sometimes the simplist of foods i.e. these potatoes become popular and it is good to see how they are cooked. Also, I always enjoy the modifications and changes made by fellow Epicurians. Epicurious - you just keep doin' what you're doin'!

I am sorry that I need to rate some "raters" instead of the dish itself. There are plenty of very involved recipes on this site, if that is what suits your fancy. The fact that a recipe is simple does not mean it is a bad one. I can asure you there are Michelin Star chefs that make very simple recipes a work of art. There is a lot to be said about good taste when accompanied by simplicity. On the other hand, you may cook for a week and produce mediocre results. Please stop judging recipes based on the old "if it is hard to make, then it's good" argument. it is a tired one and a wrong one as well.
Oh, the recipe: it is simple, easy, quick and good.

i've been looking for the perfect garlic mashed potato recipe--and this is definately it!!! with lots of pepper and just a touch of sour cream, this is truly a dish beyond compare. tastes just like the ones at the met!!